Sierra 1340 Varminter .224 50gr Spitzer Blitz
Sierra's 50-grain Spitzer Blitz varmint bullet for .22 centerfire rifles delivers rapid expansion and instant kills on varmints and small game. Thin-jacketed design optimized for velocities under 3600 fps with excellent accuracy.
Sierra 1340 Varminter Bullet: Purpose-Built for .22 Centerfire Performance
The Sierra 1340 is a specialized varmint bullet engineered for hunters and shooters who demand reliable, explosive performance on small game and varmints. Introduced in 1978, this 50-grain projectile remains a proven choice for .222 Remington, .223 Remington, and similar medium-capacity .22 centerfire cartridges.
Design and Construction
The Spitzer Blitz features Sierra's characteristic sleek, pointed profile that delivers excellent ballistic performance downrange. The thin jacket is specifically designed for rapid expansion and total frangibility upon impact, ensuring quick, humane kills on varmints. This construction makes the bullet exceptionally effective at velocities below 3600 fps.
Performance Characteristics
- Ballistic Coefficient: Varies by velocity range (.142 sectional density)
- Velocity Range: Optimized for 2500–3600 fps
- Expansion: Enhanced expansion characteristics at all normal hunting ranges
- Accuracy: Rivals Sierra's famous MatchKing bullets for precision
- Trajectory: High ballistic coefficient ensures flat trajectory and minimal wind drift
Important Considerations
The thin jacket design demands careful barrel selection. Use only in conventional twist-rate barrels (1×12" or 1×14"). Fast-twist barrels may cause mid-air bullet disintegration. This bullet is not recommended for the smallest .22 centerfire cartridges or for velocities exceeding 3600 fps.
What You Get
100 bullets per box, ready for handloading into your favorite .22 centerfire cartridges.
